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Pamela Souzaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Auditory Processing
• Hearing Aids
• Speech Recognition
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Pamela Souza is a Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders at Northwestern University's School of Communication. She holds secondary appointments in Linguistics and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Her research focuses on auditory and cognitive factors influencing hearing aid outcomes, particularly in aging populations. She is affiliated with the Hearing Aid Laboratory and is a Fellow of prominent organizations like the Acoustical Society of America and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Dr. Souza earned her PhD in Audiology from Syracuse University. Her clinical interests include severe hearing loss management, tinnitus, and hearing assistive technologies. She has led NIH-funded projects investigating hearing aid signal processing and cognitive-auditory interactions. Notable contributions include developing the Spectral Correlation Index and advancing remote hearing aid assessment methods. Her research spans 30+ years, with over 100 peer-reviewed articles. Key themes include speech recognition in complex environments, working memory effects on hearing aid performance, and individualized treatment approaches. She has pioneered studies on reverberation and noise reduction technologies, emphasizing real-world acoustic challenges. Dr. Souza's grants include NIH R01 awards for studying hearing aid outcomes and compression dynamics. She has advised multiple trainees and collaborates internationally on projects like the E-LOSPHERES initiative. Her lab develops tools like the Portable Automated Rapid Testing (PART) system for auditory research.

• Psycholinguistics
• Language Production
• Bilingualism
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Eduardo Navarrete Sanchez is an Associate Professor at the University of Padua, Italy. His research focuses on understanding how language and cognition interact, particularly in areas such as psycholinguistics, bilingualism, and language production. His work integrates experimental psychology, neurolinguistics, and cognitive neuroscience to explore topics like foreign language effects on social judgment, the neural basis of bilingualism, and the role of language in attention and decision-making. Key research interests include: Psycholinguistics Cognitive Science Bilingualism and Multilingualism Neurological Language Disorders Social and Cognitive Effects of Language His recent publications (2023–2025) highlight trends in examining language-accent credibility effects, cross-linguistic decision-making, and neurobiological underpinnings of bilingual language control. He has contributed to advancements in understanding how sociolinguistic factors influence perception and behavior, including studies on foreign language effects on social norms and deception detection mechanisms. Eduardo’s work bridges theoretical models of speech production with clinical applications, such as developing neuropsychological assessment tools for acquired brain injuries. His research often employs methods like pupillometry, electrophysiological recordings, and neuroimaging to study language processing dynamics.

David G. Amaralمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurobiology
• Psychiatry
• Behavioral Neuroscience
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David G. Amaral is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine. He serves as the Director of Research at the UC Davis MIND Institute and holds the Beneto Foundation Chair, focusing on autism and neurodevelopmental disorders. His leadership roles include coordinating the Autism Phenome Project and directing Autism BrainNet, a collaborative postmortem brain tissue initiative. From 2015, he has been Editor-in-Chief of Autism Research , the journal of the International Society for Autism Research, and was appointed to the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee in 2016. Education: B.A., Northwestern University (1968) Ph.D., Neuroscience/Psychology, University of Rochester (1977) Fellowship in Neuroanatomy, Washington University (1980) His research spans neurobiology, psychiatry, and behavioral neuroscience, with a focus on autism spectrum disorder (ASD). He investigates neurodevelopmental mechanisms, including cortical and amygdala connectivity, metabolomics, and primate models. His work also explores maternal immune activation (MIA) and its impact on neurodevelopment, as well as longitudinal brain growth patterns in ASD. Dr. Amaral has received prestigious awards, including the NARSAD Distinguished Investigator Award (2008), University of California Distinguished Professor (2009), and Fellowship in the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) (2009). He previously served as President of the International Society for Autism Research (2009). At the MIND Institute, he leads multidisciplinary teams studying autism through neuroimaging, genetics, and metabolomics. His recent publications emphasize cortical development, neurogenetics, and biomarker discovery in ASD.

• Sleep Research
• Mental Health
• Neuroscience
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Anu-Katriina Pesonen is a Full Professor of Experimental Mind and Brain Research at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Medicine and currently serves as Vice Dean (Research Affairs). She leads the Sleep & Mind Research Group, focusing on interdisciplinary studies combining psychology, medicine, and neuroscience to explore sleep mechanisms related to stress, memory, and emotional regulation. Her work emphasizes experimental interventions and EEG analytics to develop therapeutic tools for sleep improvement. Academically, she holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Helsinki (2004) and Docent titles in Educational/Developmental Psychology (2006, University of Helsinki) and Personality Psychology (2008, University of Tampere). She became a full professor in 2015 and transitioned to her current role in 2020. Her leadership includes roles in the National Graduate School of Psychology and the University of Helsinki's Board. Research interests span sleep dynamics, developmental psychology, and mental health. Notable projects include investigations into REM sleep's role in emotional processing, circadian rhythms, and the impact of early-life stress on cognition. She has supervised multiple doctoral theses and contributed to over 245 publications, including studies on sleep fragmentation, BDNF genotype effects on memory, and circadian preference associations with mental health. Her awards include the 2006 Berzelius Symposium Award for young investigators. She actively engages in grant-funded research, including projects on REM sleep interventions and sleep EEG analysis. Her Sleep & Mind team collaborates internationally, addressing sleep's role in resilience and mental health through experimental and computational approaches.

• Cognitive Development
• Gesture in Learning
• Concept Learning
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Professor Naomi Sweller is a leading academic at Macquarie University's School of Psychological Sciences, specializing in cognitive development and gesture-based communication. She serves as Chair of the low-risk Human Sciences Research Ethics Committee and Co-Director of Research Training in her school. Research Interests: Cognitive development across infancy to adolescence Gesture use in learning and communication Concept learning mechanisms Impact of digital communication on empathy Developmental effects of screen time and technology use Teaching: She teaches research methods and statistics in the Honours program (PSYH4418 Design and Statistics IV). Scientific Awards: Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's Learning and Teaching Student-nominated Award (2020) Her research collaborations span diverse areas including autism spectrum disorders, classroom dynamics, and behavioral impacts of media consumption.

Matthieu Defranceمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Gene Regulation
• Epigenetics
• Epigenomics
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Matthieu Defrance is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science Department at Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Belgium, a position he has held since October 2016. Prior to this, he worked as a PostDoc at ULB's Laboratory of Cancer Epigenetics from May 2010 to September 2016. Dr. Defrance's research bridges computer science with biological sciences, focusing on computational methods for analyzing complex biological data. His work spans epigenetics, genomics, and algorithm development for biological applications. His primary research interests include: Gene Regulation and Chromatin Biology Epigenetics and Epigenomics DNA Methylation analysis Computational Statistics for biological data Algorithm Development for genomic applications Next Generation Sequencing data analysis Dr. Defrance's publication record demonstrates a strong interdisciplinary approach, with recent work focusing on improving DNA methylation analysis techniques, developing novel bioinformatics tools like RedRibbon for gene expression signature comparison, and applying these methods to understand diseases like diabetes and cancer. His research shows consistent innovation in computational biology, with publications spanning from method development to biological applications across diverse fields including diabetes genetics, cancer epigenetics, and evolutionary adaptations in desert ants. With 61 publications and nearly 5,000 citations, Dr. Defrance has established himself as a significant contributor to computational biology and epigenetics research.

Agneta Herlitzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sex Differences in Cognition
• Neurosciences
• Geriatrics
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Agneta Herlitz is a Professor of Psychology at Karolinska Institutet, leading the research group on Individual Differences in Cognition. She has been affiliated with the Department of Clinical Neuroscience since 2012, and previously held roles such as Senior Lecturer and Researcher at Karolinska Institutet and Assistant/Associate Professor at Stockholm University. Her research focuses on sex differences in cognition and behavior, particularly exploring how these differences impact societal outcomes like career choices and dementia risk. She investigates topics using behavioral studies, Swedish registries, and physiological measures like MRI and biomarkers. Education: PhD in Psychology, Umeå University (1991) Licensed Psychologist, Stockholm University (1994) Professor at Karolinska Institutet (2008) Research Interests: Dr. Herlitz examines sex-typical cognitive profiles and their influence on life outcomes, including the origins of sex differences in cognition. Her work spans geriatrics, neurosciences, and psychology, with a focus on dementia, memory, and developmental influences. Recent studies include meta-analyses of episodic memory differences and longitudinal examinations of academic and occupational segregation. Publications & Grants: Over 150 peer-reviewed articles, including high-impact studies in PNAS , Psychological Bulletin , and Neurology . Active in editorial roles and national/international research councils, including the Swedish Research Council and the Norwegian Research Council’s Portfolio Board 'Life Sciences'. Advising & Mentoring: Supervised numerous PhD students, including Björn Persson, Daniel Fellman, and Serhiy Dekhtyar. Her lab focuses on cognitive aging, sex differences, and the neurobiological underpinnings of memory. Affiliations: Chair of the CEDAR Centre at Umeå University, member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences’ National Committee for Psychological Sciences, and affiliated with research groups on neurodevelopmental effects in transgender youth.

• Behavioural Neuroscience
• Neuroendocrinology
• Neuroethology
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Dr. Kiran Soma is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and a member of the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health and the Graduate Program in Neuroscience. He investigates how steroid hormones regulate neural circuits, behavior, and immune function, with a focus on neurosteroids and immunosteroids. Education: PhD in Psychology from the University of Washington (2000), BA from Stanford University. Research Interests : Dr. Soma’s work spans behavioural neuroscience , neuroendocrinology , and neuroethology , examining how hormones like glucocorticoids, estrogens, and androgens influence aggression, executive function, and stress responses. His lab employs advanced techniques such as LC-MS/MS for steroid profiling and collaborates with experts in immunology, nutrition, and cancer research. Recent Publications highlight the impact of maternal diet on offspring steroid levels, the role of neurosteroids in aggression and brain function, and mechanisms of glucocorticoid synthesis in immune tissues. His studies often bridge comparative animal models (songbirds, rodents) with human applications , such as stress biomarker development. Scientific Awards : Killam Award for Excellence in Mentoring (2020) APS James McKeen Cattell Fellowship (2017) AAAS Fellow (2015) Killam Faculty Research Prize (2012) Killam Faculty Research Fellowship (2010) Advising & Grants : Dr. Soma has mentored numerous PhD, Master’s, and undergraduate students, including AAAS Fellows and Killam recipients. His research is supported by CIHR , NSERC , CFI , and HHMI , with a focus on cutting-edge infrastructure like the lab’s LC-MS/MS system . Labs & Collaborations : The Soma Laboratory at UBC studies neurosteroids and immunosteroids using multidisciplinary approaches. The lab collaborates with institutions globally, including the University of Rennes and NIH, and provides steroid analysis services via ultrasensitive LC-MS/MS.

Aryn Gittisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Behavioral Methods
• Neural Circuits
• Computational Neuroscience
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Dr. Aryn Gittis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences and Neuroscience Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. Her lab investigates the neural basis of motor control, focusing on basal ganglia circuits in health and disease using optogenetics, electrophysiology, and behavioral assays. Research spans computational neuroscience, motor disorders, and neural circuit dynamics. Her work explores how basal ganglia organization shapes movement, with emphasis on Parkinson's pathophysiology and therapeutic neuromodulation. Research integrates molecular, physiological, and systems-level approaches to decode circuit mechanisms. Recent publications center on deep brain stimulation, Parkinson's disease models, basal ganglia circuitry, and neural oscillations. Trends include therapeutic applications of circuit-specific neuromodulation and computational analysis of motor pathways. Students Advised: Current advisees include Isabella Salas-Allende (MD/PhD), with recent graduates Dr. Mary Cundiff, Dr. Katrina Nguyen, and Dr. Brian Isett contributing to key publications. Laboratory: The Gittis Lab employs optogenetics, electrophysiology, and behavioral methods to study basal ganglia function and develop interventions for movement disorders.

J. Tiago Goncalvesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Adult Neurogenesis
• Neuronal Development
• Learning and Memory
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J. Tiago Goncalves is an Associate Professor in the Dominick P. Purpura Department of Neuroscience at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. His research focuses on understanding the circuit physiology of the hippocampus, particularly how environment, aging, and inflammation influence memory and learning. He pioneered in vivo two-photon calcium imaging techniques to study adult neurogenesis in the dentate gyrus (DG), linking neuronal plasticity to cognitive functions. Research Interests: His work examines the role of adult-born neurons in spatial memory encoding, mechanisms underlying age-related cognitive decline, and neuro-immune interactions in hippocampal function. Key areas include: Neuronal development and synaptic plasticity Environmental influences on neurogenesis Microglia and neuro-immune pathways Transcriptional profiling of neural circuits Publications: Recent work highlights improvements in spatial encoding precision by adult neurogenesis and age-related deficits in neural representation accuracy. His lab also developed novel behavioral assays for assessing spatial memory in mice. Advising & Grants: No specific student names or grant details were explicitly listed in the provided text. The lab focuses on collaborative projects involving imaging, molecular biology, and electrophysiology techniques. Labs/Teams: His laboratory employs cutting-edge in vivo imaging and genomics approaches to study hippocampal circuits, with a focus on linking molecular mechanisms to cognitive processes.

Ilana Wittenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Systems Neuroscience
• Reward Learning
• Decision Making
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Ilana Witten is Professor at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute, Princeton University. Her research investigates the neural mechanisms underlying reward learning, decision-making, and behavioral control using integrative approaches including optogenetics, rodent behavior, electrophysiology, and computational modeling. Research focuses on: Neural circuit mechanisms of reward seeking behaviors Striatal contributions to learning and decision-making Neurobiology of individual differences in behavior Integration of sensory information with reward outcomes Neural plasticity during learning processes Publications center on dopaminergic systems, striatal function, and neural circuit dynamics. Recent trends include work on prediction errors, neural representations of prior information, and circuit mechanisms of behavioral control. Lab: Leads the Witten Lab at Princeton Neuroscience Institute investigating neural circuits of reward and decision.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neuropsychology
• Bilingualism
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Jubin Abutalebi, MD, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Neuropsychology at the University Vita Salute San Raffaele's Faculty of Psychology in Milan, Italy. He holds dual appointments as Honorary Associate Professor at the University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Education and directs the Centre for Neurolinguistics and Psycholinguistics. His academic journey includes Summa cum Laude graduation from Brescia Medical School (1998) and specialization in Neurology at Vita Salute San Raffaele (2003), with postdoctoral training at Charité Hospital (Berlin), Université de Montréal, and University of Hong Kong. Graduated Summa cum Laude: University of Brescia Medical School (1998) Neurology specialization: Summa Cum Laude at Vita Salute San Raffaele (2003) His research focuses on the neurobiological basis of bilingualism, language control, and cognitive aging. He examines how multilingual experience affects brain structure/function, cognitive reserve, and neurodegenerative disease progression. His work spans neuroimaging, functional connectivity, and clinical applications in aphasia rehabilitation. Recent publications address: Language processing in multilingual speakers Cognitive aging and bilingualism Emotional processing in native/foreign languages Neuroplasticity mechanisms Impact of language distance on executive function Scientific recognition includes: Fellow, World Federation of Neurology (2006-present) Editor-in-Chief of Bilingualism: Language and Cognition (2014-present) He has held visiting appointments at: University of Montréal (2005) University of Tehran (2010-2011) Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (2011) University of Hong Kong (2015-2018) University of Utrecht Summer School (2013)

• Neurophysiology
• Neurosciences
• Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS)
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Marco Cambiaghi is a Temporary Assistant Professor at the University of Verona, affiliated with the Department of Neurosciences, Biomedicine and Movement Sciences. His research focuses on neurophysiology, transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), fear memory consolidation, and neurodegenerative disorders. Current research grants include: Airalzh 2021: Early enriched environment to prevent transgenerational effects of prenatal stress in Alzheimer's Disease PRIN 2022: The brain anti-reward centre in autism spectrum disorder as a novel therapeutic target His methodological expertise includes behavioral analysis, in-vivo electrophysiology, histological analysis, and molecular biology techniques. He teaches in multiple degree programs including: Medicine and Surgery Pharmacy Obstetrics Nursing Physiotherapy Biotechnology He serves as a referent in AQ Terza Missione and participates in various academic governance bodies including the PhD Council in Neuroscience and the Degree Course Councils.

• Mental Health
• Political Science
• Human Rights
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Johannes Baks is a Professor at Vytautas Magnus University in the Faculty of Political Science and Diplomacy, specifically within the Department of Regional Studies. With an extensive publication record spanning from 1983 to 2024, his academic career demonstrates deep engagement with mental health policy, political science, and human rights issues, particularly in post-Soviet contexts. His multilingual capabilities include native proficiency in Dutch and English, with very good command of Russian and German, good French skills, and basic Lithuanian and Italian. Dr. Baks's research interests span mental health systems, political abuse of psychiatry, historical trauma, and human rights. His work frequently examines the intersection of political systems and mental healthcare, with special focus on Ukraine, Russia, and former Soviet states. He has made significant contributions to understanding punitive psychiatry, traumatic memory, and mental health responses during political crises and conflicts. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on mental health in conflict zones, particularly Ukraine following the Russian invasion. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on human rights violations within psychiatric systems, historical analysis of psychiatric practices, and innovative approaches to mental healthcare delivery during political repression. His research shows increasing international collaboration, with co-authors from numerous countries across Europe and Asia. Among his notable contributions is the 2024 Lancet Psychiatry Commission on mental health in Ukraine, which addresses the immense strain on Ukraine's mental healthcare system following Russian military actions. His work also includes critical examinations of how political dissidents have been pathologized through psychiatric diagnoses, particularly in authoritarian contexts.

Ann Marie Leonard-Zabelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuropsychology
• Learning Disabilities
• Social-Emotional Disorders
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Dr. Ann Marie Leonard-Zabel is a Professor of Psychology at Curry College. She holds advanced degrees including an Ed.D. from Nova Southeastern University and certifications in neuropsychology, forensic psychology, and disability analysis. With 39 years of professional experience, she specializes in evaluations for neuro-behavioral disorders, forensic assessments, and addiction recovery. She maintains an international private practice and supervises post-graduate training programs. Education: Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University C.A.G.S., University of Massachusetts/Boston M.Ed., Bridgewater State University B.A., University of Massachusetts/Boston Her research focuses on neuropsychological impacts of trauma, learning disabilities, forensic psychology, and NAS. She has presented globally at conferences like the USA Federal Interagency Conference on Traumatic Brain Injury and Neuroscience Brain Congress in Barcelona. Awards include Emeritus Status from the American Board of Disability Analysts and Curry College's Excellence in Teaching-Research Award. Dr. Leonard-Zabel has authored journal articles, textbook chapters, and co-edits academic journals. She is developing a non-profit to support NAS-affected families. Her professional activities include editorial roles for Insights on Learning Disabilities and international training initiatives in 6 countries.